Certified Translation

Iraqi Driving Licence Translation

We provide certified translations of Iraqi driving licences for UK insurance, car hire, and identity verification purposes. Our translators are familiar with Iraqi Traffic Directorate licence formats from both federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, including older licences that may be in poor condition.

Why Choose Us for Iraq Driving Licence Translation

Federal & Kurdistan Formats

Translators experienced with Iraqi Traffic Directorate formats from all regions including Kurdistan Region bilingual licences.

Insurance & Car Hire Ready

Certified translations accepted by UK insurance companies and car hire agencies for overseas licence holders.

Worn Document Specialists

Experience translating older and worn Iraqi driving licences with clear notation of any illegible sections.

Iraq Context

Iraqi driving licences are issued by the Traffic Directorate (Mudiriyyat Al-Murur) under the Ministry of Interior. Kurdistan Region driving licences may be bilingual in Arabic and Kurdish. The format and quality of Iraqi licences can vary depending on the era and region of issue, and some may show wear due to the challenging conditions in Iraq.

Document Format

Iraqi driving licences include the holder's photo, name in Arabic, date of birth, licence number, vehicle categories, and expiry date. Newer Iraqi licences follow a more standardised format, while older licences may vary in layout. Kurdistan Region licences may include Kurdish text.

What You'll Need

Clear scan or photograph of both sides of the Iraqi driving licence
Details of the intended use (e.g. insurance, car hire, identity verification)
Your UK address for hard copy delivery if required
Confirmation of which vehicle categories you hold

Common Uses

UK car insurance applications
Car hire and rental in the UK
Proof of identity for official purposes
Employment verification for driving-related jobs
Applying for a UK provisional licence

Driving licence translations for UK use do not require legalisation. A certified translation is sufficient for insurance, car hire, and identity verification purposes.

View Iraq legalisation requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I exchange my Iraqi driving licence for a UK licence?

Iraq is not currently on the DVLA's list of designated countries for direct licence exchange. However, a certified translation is useful for insurance, car hire, and as supporting evidence when applying for a UK provisional licence.

Can you translate a driving licence from the Kurdistan Region?

Yes. We translate driving licences from all regions of Iraq including Kurdistan Region licences with bilingual Arabic-Kurdish text.

My Iraqi driving licence is old and in poor condition. Can you still translate it?

We can translate any legible text on the licence. Provide the best quality scan possible. If parts are illegible, we will clearly note this in the translation.

How quickly can you translate my Iraqi driving licence?

Standard turnaround is 2-3 working days. Same-day service is available if submitted before midday. Call 0800 193 8888.

Need Your Iraq Driving Licence Translated?

Get your Iraq documents translated by certified Arabic translators. Fast turnaround, accepted by UKVI and all UK authorities.